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Icy-Reflection6014 t1_jdz4aai wrote
Reply to comment by codece in LPT: To avoid running out of staples unexpectedly, mark the refills by poormansnormal
The posted LPT was about knowing when you’re about to run out of staples in the stapler. If you don’t fill the stapler with a whole box at a time then your comment is an ‘and’ to the original LPT but you’re acting like it’s an ‘or’. Why?
Bongos-Not-Bombs t1_jdz3zsy wrote
Reply to comment by luciodipa89 in LPT: Check all your stored hard drives and CDs/DVDs at least once a year. And never have only one type of backup. You could wind up losing everything. by bigdicksnfriedchickn
The important part about 3-2-1 is that the 1 is not in the same physical location, and ideally not the same format, as the other two.
Bongos-Not-Bombs t1_jdz3r51 wrote
The problem with Sonicares - at least the one that I bought 3 years ago - was the battery was non-replaceable.
Oral B makes one that takes rechargeable AAs.
spiritofthepanda t1_jdz3ntw wrote
Reply to LPT: clean your stovetop after using the oven. The heat loosens grime for easy removal by Cando232
Thats a real LPT
NTolegna t1_jdz388n wrote
Reply to comment by AdvancedFeeling in LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
Ah that's her new "job", I see...
Then_Tree_8403 t1_jdz311l wrote
Reply to comment by elcheapodeluxe in LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
Just say Apple dude. What secrets do you think you’re protecting anyone from?
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ChrisGeritol t1_jdz24es wrote
On the subject of dafuq, who dafuq cares?
bobkmertz t1_jdz1veg wrote
Reply to comment by Witka in LPT: What is a good electric toothbrush? by ChickenCheeks7
This. Makes brushing your teeth easier.
[deleted] t1_jdz0jvy wrote
Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
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vinbone44 t1_jdyy7et wrote
Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
I don’t understand how you could even have a dream company unless it is the pinnacle of some artistic pursuit. Like animator for Pixar or something. Like why would some accountant dream of working at a certain firm for a reason other than it being the highest paying?
Brilliant-Aioli-6589 t1_jdyy6ip wrote
Reply to comment by SmilingForStrangers in LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
Me too!
Brilliant-Aioli-6589 t1_jdyy5ac wrote
Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
Thank you for this. I needed to hear this. I turned down a FAANG company last year and decided to work for a mid level tech company. I’m unhappy here and regretting why I didn’t take the other choice but I wouldn’t know if it’s any better. I’ve been chasing my dream company with no luck, and I’ve never had a good boss who believes in me at all the companies I work for. Maybe I should pursue a smaller company to find a better boss and team.
Bart-MS t1_jdyxnal wrote
Reply to comment by vendetta2115 in LPT: put dishwasher detergent in your dishwasher as soon as you empty the clean dishes and you’ll never have to guess whether not the dishes are clean. If the detergent tray is empty, they’re clean; if it’s full, they’re dirty. by vendetta2115
Who needs to wash things before they are put into the dishwasher? Those appliances are perfectly capable of cleaning the dishes without any pre-washing by hand. This is a total waste of time and ressources. Just scraping off excess food is sufficient.
I live alone and use my dishwasher once a week. Never had I any problem with less-than-perfect cleaned dishes.
Coldkane t1_jdywlmd wrote
Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
Couldn't agree more. Who manages you on the day to day is probably one of the most important thing at a job. Having a good manager who actually supports you is an absolute game changer.
codece t1_jdywcia wrote
Reply to comment by Icy-Reflection6014 in LPT: To avoid running out of staples unexpectedly, mark the refills by poormansnormal
Maybe staples work differently in different places, but I have never known a box of staples to cost more than chump change.
Why do you have to wait until the last staple to re-up?
Do you wait until the last piece of toilet tissue to buy more?
Vortamock t1_jdyvqfb wrote
Sonicare is good. Gotta admit though, it's the only electric toothbrush I've ever had. It is possible that it sucks compared to others. I really like it though.
Morden013 t1_jdyvcwi wrote
Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
There is no dream company.
There is only what you get in exchange for your work + the environment where you actually perform your work. If that fits - that is a solid company, and you should work for it.
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diplodocus91 t1_jdyv15m wrote
Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
I worked with adidas. And as big as a company like adidas it had absolutely rudimentary operations that didn’t make things easier rather more tougher. A set of rules and guidelines that while important made progress and processes even slower. Last the politics were at a different level. While i gave the company 33% growth in my field. Almost every year in my 36 month period. Another candidate was promoted after spending just 18 months in the company. So well.
drunknixon t1_jdyukb3 wrote
Reply to LPT: Do not fall for the whole pursue "working for your dream company" idea. You will be so much better off if you have a wonderful, respectful, considerate boss at some normal business who actually values and respects you/your work, and allows you to become successful and proficient in your field. by Dismal_Body_2731
I was interviewed in 2020 and got two offers. One was a really cool company, doing lots of stuff I wanted to be involved in, the other was just meh. I went with meh because they never called or emailed after hours or on weekends, and seemed very nice. 2.5 years later I’ve been promoted twice and got 3 raises. My colleague who got my dream job is still in the same position as before
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analytics_junkie t1_jdyua71 wrote
Reply to LPT Request: I am a contractor making $62,400 a year, and the position I am working for pays roughly $90,000 to $100,000, and I know my recruiter probably gets paid the difference. How do I get a higher salary with the same company? by dlonem1
- You have a pay conversation where you make your points onwhy you deserve a better pay. And let your manager justify your pay.
- Push for an adjustment, now is better, future in 6 months may also be an option. Your employer maybe able to give you some other benefits, stocks, bonus etc to keep you happy.
- If you employer completely shuts you down, you know you have to come up with a counter offer to get better pay.
keepthetips t1_jdz4tx7 wrote
Reply to LPT: If your 1st diagnoses/ treatment isn’t showing results for a medical issue, it’s absolutely okay to seek 2nd or 3rd opinions from other licensed medical professionals. Doctors are highly trained but often even general practitioners have more expertise in different areas. by CIsForCorn
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